Coconut Cream Pie

By mamacasma

A favorite diner dessert that's also a favorite of former President George W. Bush is luscious Coconut Cream Pie.

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) frozen ready-to-bake pie shell, thawed
• 2 cups milk
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 Tablespoon butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bake pie shell according to package directions; set aside to cool.

2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together all remaining ingredients except whipped topping. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, or until thickened.

3. Pour into baked pie shell and chill at least 4 hours, or until set.

4. Spread whipped topping over pie and serve, or cover and keep chilled until ready to serve.

OOH ITS SO GOOD!
Garnishing Tip

Sprinkle this with 1/4 cup toasted coconut to give it a nice golden-topped finished appearance.